Masonicare Corp·Wallingford, Connecticut
Provides evidence-based nursing care, including medication administration and care plan implementation, for residents. Supervises CNAs and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT
Evening Shift 24hrs/wk/EOW
Provides nursing care under the supervision of an RN, for assigned patients in assigned areas practicing Evidence-Based nursing as the standard.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
1. Provides nursing care appropriate to the age, needs and abilities of the resident/patient including:
a. Medication & treatment administration
b. Teaching
c. Implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
2. Contributes to the care plan development by collecting and recording data in an ongoing and systematic manner.
3. Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to meet resident/patient and unit needs.
4. Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner as required per regulation / facility P&P. Competently uses Electronic Medical Record.
5. Supervises the care provided by the CNA's to assure compliance with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile.
6. Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory inservices.
7. Participants in quality improvement programs as directed.
8. Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
9. Performs other duties as required.
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing
1+ years clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred.
Current State of CT license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
Evening Shift 24hrs/wk/EOW
Must be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing school with a current State of CT LPN license. One or more years of clinical experience in a hospital or similar healthcare setting is preferred.
Market context
Connecticut nursing openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for RNs who can step into patient care quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active Connecticut RN license, BLS certification, and preferred specialty credentials, while education requirements may favor a BSN. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your license status and match your certifications to the posting.
